Israel endured so much in his short life. But even in the hardest moments, he brought so much light. One of my favorite memories from his transplant journey was how he never went by his real name. The first doctor we saw when he was admitted asked him his name, and Israel replied, “Batman.” From then on, he cycled through names from his favorite movies: Randall, Pascal, and eventually Lewis.
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April 15, 1983 – December 27, 2017By Daisy & Marzban Ardeshir The story below was shared by Imroze’s parents, Daisy and Marzban Ardeshir, in remembrance of their daughter’s strength, grace, and enduring spirit. Our second child, Imroze, was diagnosed with...
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If you asked me for a defining memory of our journey, it might surprise you. Some of my most cherished moments were the long hospital stays — the time I got to spend one-on-one with Hunsley, free from the distractions of the world.
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At just 18 years old, Cale Ferrin has already built a career as an actor, advocate, and creator. With appearances across TV, film, music videos, and ad campaigns, Cale’s passion for storytelling shines through each project he approaches. His work...
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It is with full hearts and deep sadness that we remember our dear friend, long-time supporter, and former board member, Sharon Schuman, who passed away on April 23, 2025, following a tragic accident near her home in Eugene, Oregon. Her...
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By Kelly McKenna My name is Kelly McKenna, and I’m a single mom to two amazing kids. One of them is an eight-year-old boy who has Fanconi anemia (FA). Logan’s medical journey started during my pregnancy at the 20-week anatomy...
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